Artist

Hanatarash

1983-1998·Osaka

Before Boredoms, there was Yamantaka Eye's Hanatarash, a project less interested in songs than in genuine physical danger. Performances involved power tools, backhoes, and dead animals bisected on stage, and audiences were required to sign liability waivers before entry.

The full story is in Japanoise: The Extreme Edge of Sound.

At a glance

Active
1983–1998
From
Osaka, Japan
Records in the issues
1 (1985)
Listening guide track
“1969”

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In the Japanoise: The Extreme Edge of Sound listening guide: “1969”

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  • Japanoise: The Extreme Edge of Sound
    Principal · 1960-2000 · Members

    Japanoise: The Extreme Edge of Sound is a music scene from Tokyo & Osaka, Japan, 1960–2000. Its principal artists include Merzbow, Boredoms and Hanatarash. This issue covers 10 essential albums and 14 dated events.

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